Charles Russell LLP advised Westminster Group Plc (the AIM listed specialist security group) on its acquisition of Longmoor Services Limited.  Longmoor is a leading close protection organisation with a customer base including the BBC, Kofi Annan, Al Gore and Save The Children.

Charles Russell’s Oxford team has acted for Westminster Group Plc since advising on its admission to AIM in June 2007. The Oxford office is able to offer clients a City-quality service at competitive out-of-London rates with the added advantage of being on the doorstep of local Thames Valley clients.

Peter Fowler CEO commented:

"I am delighted to welcome Longmoor into the Westminster Group. I believe the company is at an exciting stage with tremendous growth prospects and that its specialist skills and international outlook are an excellent fit for our international business.

As usual our lawyers, Charles Russell, advised us throughout the process and their professionalism and attention to detail helped ensure a smooth and trouble free transaction"

Notes:

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More information:

Peter Elliott, Partner - Head of the Oxford Office
Tel: +44 (0)845 359 0094
peter.elliott@charlesrussell.co.uk

Charlotte Tandy, Lansons Communications
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